Short bio: Tony Howell discovered his passion for cooking as a bright eyed 14-year-old when working to pay for surfboards in a Mexican restaurant in Perth. Fast-forward 30 years and in that time Chef Tone, as he is affectionately known, has garnered a reputation as one of Australia’s best chefs. He has worked in the finest restaurants in Western Australia, helping them win a multitude of awards with his culinary creations. He’s been invited to cook in Bali at private functions and hotel openings, in California for a Porsche Club and special television events, and alongside the industry’s best. As a Margaret River Gourmet Escape ambassadorial chef for the visiting chefs from around the world, Tony has cooked for and alongside Heston Blumenthal, Alex Atala, Rene Redzepi, and Sat Bains.

Most embarrassing travel moment: Mixing up AM with PM on a plane ticket….missed the flight!

I’m embarrassed I haven’t been to: Spain.

Favorite travel charity: Make-A-Wish, Qantas.

Best travel tip: Don’t plan to much, wing it and go with it…be spontaneous.

Jun 6, 2018Johnny Jet

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